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Teletalk Pvt. Ltd. has launched the HMD Crest 5G smartphone in Nepal. This new phone promises great photography and performance. With a 50MP selfie camera, it brings high-quality photos to users. The HMD Crest 5G aims to deliver an amazing mobile experience for people in Nepal. Amazing Photography with the 50MP Selfie Camera The HMD Crest 5G features a 50MP selfie camera. This camera offers clear and sharp images. It is perfect for people who love taking selfies. The camera also includes several special features. The “Hands-Free Selfie” feature lets you take selfies with gestures. You no longer need to…

Narayanhiti Palace, once home to Nepal’s royal family, is now a museum. Located near Kathmandu’s busy Thamel district, it attracts tourists eager to learn about the monarchy’s fascinating and tragic history. From Royal Home to Tourist Attraction The palace, located in the heart of Kathmandu, was the home of Nepal’s royals until 2008. After the monarchy was abolished, the palace opened its doors to the public. Now, it serves as a museum, offering visitors a glimpse into the lavish lives of Nepal’s former rulers. Today, people from all over Nepal visit the site, drawn by its history and the dramatic…

Achyuta Samanta, the founder of the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), is at the center of a storm following the death of a Nepalese student. The incident has led to strong reactions and even a diplomatic crisis between India and Nepal. Samanta, once known for his work in education, is now facing serious accusations. The death of 20-year-old Prakriti Lamsal has raised many questions about how the university handles its students. The Incident That Sparked Outrage On February 16, Prakriti Lamsal, a student from Kathmandu, was found dead in her hostel room at KIIT. Police reported that it was…

National Assembly Chair, Narayan Prasad Dahal, has urged the government to respond within seven days to the issues raised by Members of Parliament (MPs) during the emergency, zero, and special hours in the Upper House. This call comes as part of the Assembly’s ongoing efforts to ensure timely action on matters raised by MPs. Chair Dahal Highlights Rules for Government Accountability At today’s National Assembly meeting, Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal emphasized the importance of following the National Assembly Rules, 2015. He reminded the government that it must provide important documents to the Assembly within 15 days of their approval…

Bangladesh will receive 40 megawatts (MW) of electricity from Nepal starting June 2025. The supply will continue until November 2025. This agreement was signed by Bangladesh, Nepal, and India last year. The electricity will be transferred via India, strengthening energy ties in South Asia. The news was shared during a meeting between Nepalese Ambassador to Bangladesh, Ghanshyam Bhandari, and Bangladesh’s Commerce Adviser, Sk Bashir Uddin, at the Secretariat on 23 February. A New Agreement to Meet Energy Needs The deal was finalized on October 3, 2024. It is part of a larger effort to boost cooperation between Bangladesh, Nepal, and…

Nepal has been placed back on the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list. The decision took place during the FATF plenary meeting in Paris from February 17-21. This is the second time Nepal has been included on the grey list. The country was previously listed from 2008 to 2014. What Does the Grey List Mean? The FATF grey list, officially known as “jurisdictions under increased monitoring,” includes countries with weak laws to prevent money laundering and terrorist financing. These countries are working with the FATF to improve their financial systems. Nepal’s inclusion comes because it has not fully implemented…

The Nepalese government has asked for the permanent removal of certain staff members at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha. This request follows the suicide of a 20-year-old Nepalese student and the mistreatment of other students who protested. The Nepalese Foreign Minister, Dr. Arzu Rana Deuba, urged Odisha’s Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, to take strict action against those responsible. Tragedy at KIIT Leads to Protests The situation at KIIT began on February 16 when a 20-year-old Nepalese student, Prakriti Lamsal, died by suicide. This tragic event led to protests from Nepali students. They accused the staff…

The 15th meeting of the Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS) took place recently under the leadership of Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli. Prime Minister Oli, who also serves as the Chancellor of the Academy, led the meeting. During this meeting, the Academy’s plans, programs, and budget for the fiscal year were approved. Plans and Programs Approved The PAHS presented its multi-year master plan during the meeting. This plan had already received approval from the 9th Assembly of the Academy. It outlines long-term strategies for the Academy’s growth. Now, with approval in hand, PAHS will submit the plan to the…

Following a tragic incident at an Odisha university, 159 Nepali students have returned to Nepal. This came after the death of Prakriti Lamsal, a 20-year-old Nepalese student at Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) in Odisha. Prakriti, a third-year B.Tech student, allegedly died by suicide in her hostel room on February 16. The students arrived back in Nepal through the Raxaul border by Thursday evening. These students were studying in various courses at KIIT, which has around 1,000 Nepalese students. The Tragic Event at KIIT Prakriti Lamsal’s death shocked the entire student community at the university. Her body was found…

Chhirpokhari, a once-thriving village in Dhanusha district, no longer exists. A settlement that was home to nearly a hundred households, supported by agriculture and natural water sources, has now vanished. What was once a prosperous village has become a barren wasteland, leaving behind only two cement-lined wells as a haunting reminder of the past. In the last week of July 1987, a devastating flood from the Jalad River wiped out the entire village. The river, which had been eroding the land every year, finally submerged the settlement. Today, only a few remnants remain of what was once a vibrant community.…